Exhibition will feature 110 maritime companies from 20 countries
The fifth edition of the Gulf Maritime Exhibition, the only event dedicated to meeting the complete requirements of the region's commercial, government, and the military maritime industry, will begin at Expo Centre Sharjah on April 16, 2007.
The three-day exhibition, under the Patronage of Sharjah Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler His Highness Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qassimi, will host 110 exhibitors from 20 countries including a national pavilion from Romania.
It is for the first time that the Gulf Maritime Exhibition will be featuring a dedicated pavilion from Romania. The pavilion is an initiative of the Romanian Ministry of Commerce and Trade and ANCONAV - the Romanian Shipbuilding Association.
"The Gulf Maritime exhibition is the Middle East's only exhibition that can claim to be full-fledged sourcing platform for each and every sector of the regional maritime industry," said Mr. Saif Al Midfa, Director General, Expo Centre Sharjah.
"The regional maritime industry has been expanding at a breakneck speed since the last few years but along with that growth its sourcing requirements has become more demanding. Gulf Maritime is the only exhibition in the Middle East that serves the interests of the commercial, government, as well as military maritime industry from a single platform. The exhibition, over the years, has established itself as the most comprehensive maritime exhibition in the Middle East," he added.
The 2007 edition of the Gulf Maritime exhibition will showcase Deck machinery and other vessel equipment, Docking equipment, Electronics, Communication and navigation systems, Engine and propulsion systems, Fuel and lubricants, Ride control systems, Sound and vibration control systems, Marine interiors, Paints and coatings, latest vessel building designs and technology, equipment for fishing, Offshore support vessels, cargo ships, tankers, tugs, ferries, and patrol boats, Ship repair and port operations products, and Cargo handling services.
Among the major companies that have already confirmed participation at the coming edition of the show are Rolls Royce, Stromme, MTU, Cummins, Kobelt, Saab Rosemount, Reintjes, Hamriya Free Zone, Sharjah Ports Authority, ZF Marine, Westfalia, Wartsila, IHC Holland, UTS, Asry, Berg Propulsion, Kobelt, Thrustmaster, and Kongsberg.
Gulf Maritime 2007 will occupy a total exhibition area of 4,000 sq. m. This will be over and above the outdoor display area at the new marina behind Expo Centre Sharjah.
"The Gulf Maritime Exhibition will once again be utilizing the marina for display this year," said Mr. Saif Al Midfa.
"Six state of the art boats including pleasure crafts will be showcased at the new marina," he added.
The Gulf Maritime Exhibition, besides being an established one-stop sourcing venue, is also considered to be an important forum for taking up crucial issues facing the regional maritime industry for detailed discussions.
The coming edition will witness the hosting of several such seminars and conferences on the sidelines. These events are aimed at providing senior personnel from the regional maritime companies and key players in the global maritime sector with a platform for exchange of ideas, debate, and constructive networking.
Like in all previous editions, product presentations too will be an important element of the Gulf Maritime Exhibition.
Given the unique profile, the Gulf Maritime Exhibition this year is expected to attract a large number of visitors belonging to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) maritime industry. Categories of visitors will include Vessel Owners and Operators, Ship and boat builders and repairers, Ship chandlers, Classification society and naval architects, Suppliers/Manufacturers/Repairers of engines and propulsion systems, Marine engineers, Suppliers of shipbuilding material, marine equipment and services, and electronic equipment, and Government agencies.
The Gulf Maritime Exhibition is an initiative of Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI).
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© Press Release 2007
